Marital Arts - Page 3

semi-pro waster · 09-09-2008, 15:58

1. Karate and Tae Kwan Do aren't ideal for defence normally as they are quite 'aggressive' martial arts but they involve a lot of physical activity and can be quite flashy. Don't worry too much about the muscle side of things, it isn't as if you can just start doing exercise and turn into a Ms World competitor.

2. & 3. Karate uses katas which are set forms that you need to perform for gradings so that gives you something to occupy your mind and the techniques change which should help alleviate the boredom although after the 300th time repeating the same thing you might find it to be a bit dull - I'm assuming that Tae Kwan Do has something very similar to katas although I never worked through that far. Some clubs are more sport (competition) orientated than others, you shouldn't have to take part in any competitions if you don't want to but if your club is geared that way then it will be somewhat expected.

4. You should find that a lot of progression is possible as you work through the grades, some schools allow for weapons training as well.

5. Relaxing, well I guess it depends on what you find relaxing but I was thinking more Tai Chi or Aikido as smoother martial arts.

I'd definitely recommend seeing what other people have to say about the instructors and going along for a taster session or two - all you should need to begin with is a pair of jogging bottoms and t-shirts. Kick boxing might be a bit better for self-defence and is excellent cardio but I know less about the progression in it.

ChemicalKicks · 09-09-2008, 17:19

EG does a fair bit himself, can't remember what you call it but he seems to enjoy it a lot, be good if he popped round into this thread.

Will · 09-09-2008, 17:28

Pheebs - you don't have enough tesosterone in your body to become a mound of muscle so I wouldn't worry, even lifting heavy weights won't turn you into me!

However martial arts are great form of exercise and strength development, including balance and concentration.

luke · 09-09-2008, 17:32

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Originally Posted by ChemicalKicks

EG does a fair bit himself, can't remember what you call it but he seems to enjoy it a lot, be good if he popped round into this thread.

its luke on here nobby

yep i am a muay thai practitioner been doing it for 6 or more years cant remember lol

love it to bits, its hard as **** and an awesome workout and self defense system and i have had to use it a fair few times in real life situations, it has saved my ass and dealt with bullying chavs down the town

it is regarded as the hardest fighting sport and all the best fighters from ufc/pride and k1 etc are muay thai experts and use muay thai as there main stand up and clinching fight system

taekwondo is not really, imo, a serious form of defence as we had a taekwondo expert train with us for a few weeks but he left as he got his ass well and truly handed back to him on a plate every time he spared even with moderate beginners

the only other thing i would even consider as a stand up defense is kyokoshin karate and this is rarely seen in the uk

if its more of a floor work type wresting thing your after then Brazilian jujitzu or vale tudo is what your after, the later being absolutely nuts and only for the hardcore

Pheebs · 09-09-2008, 18:02

I'm not overly worried about defending myself and things - I tend to use my gob to get me out of any potentially sticky situations and am hoping I won't ever have to get myself into a situation where I have to kick butt

It's more of a sport - something for me to do that will challenge me and be interesting at the same time

I used to love volleyball (was uni cap'n I were!) but I would like something different. Hence martial arts!

Though this Muay Thai sounds interesting!! There's soooo many! Tis crazy!

Pheebs · 09-09-2008, 18:10

Just had a look at Muay Thai and it seems very boxing-esque! As much as I'd enjoy boxing my socks off it's not the... martial arty type thing I was anticipating

Maybe I need to see more of it to be convinced...*looks into what's in her area*

Roberta · 09-09-2008, 18:46

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Originally Posted by luke

yep i am a muay thai practitioner been doing it for 6 or more years cant remember lol

love it to bits, its hard as **** and an awesome workout and self defense system and i have had to use it a fair few times in real life situations, it has saved my ass and dealt with bullying chavs down the town

it is regarded as the hardest fighting sport and all the best fighters from ufc/pride and k1 etc are muay thai experts and use muay thai as there main stand up and clinching fight system

I used to love the training. If you puked while training you were given a round of applause and welcomed to the club!

My bro-in-law is a real hard nut. Very quiet and confident because he has the knowledge that he can handle himself if it comes to it.

He's now decided to cage fight. My sister is a bit worried!

luke · 09-09-2008, 19:31

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Originally Posted by Kitten

hmmmm. *wonders*

Do you know (of) Darren Collins? Not sure where you're based, but he's in the NW.

im based in staffordshire

i cant say ive heard of the lad tbh

luke · 09-09-2008, 21:46

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Originally Posted by Kitten

I don't know if he's still involved, but I used to work with him and went to see him take on Richard Cadden for the 62kgs English Title amongst a few others circa 2001 - round Leeds/Wigan way. And he also won the English Light-Welterweight Title I think.Really exciting stuff!

i train with former british middle weight champ and our trainer also trained peter crooke in the early part of his career

luke · 09-09-2008, 21:49

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Originally Posted by Kitten

I didn't think I'd enjoy it (being a genteel ladytype person

) but I LOVED IT!

yeh theres a few bird that train with us and some of them are

09-09-2008, 15:58	#21
semi-pro waster Provider of sensible advice about homosexuals Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: London Posts: 2,615	1. Karate and Tae Kwan Do aren't ideal for defence normally as they are quite 'aggressive' martial arts but they involve a lot of physical activity and can be quite flashy. Don't worry too much about the muscle side of things, it isn't as if you can just start doing exercise and turn into a Ms World competitor. 2. & 3. Karate uses katas which are set forms that you need to perform for gradings so that gives you something to occupy your mind and the techniques change which should help alleviate the boredom although after the 300th time repeating the same thing you might find it to be a bit dull - I'm assuming that Tae Kwan Do has something very similar to katas although I never worked through that far. Some clubs are more sport (competition) orientated than others, you shouldn't have to take part in any competitions if you don't want to but if your club is geared that way then it will be somewhat expected. 4. You should find that a lot of progression is possible as you work through the grades, some schools allow for weapons training as well. 5. Relaxing, well I guess it depends on what you find relaxing but I was thinking more Tai Chi or Aikido as smoother martial arts. I'd definitely recommend seeing what other people have to say about the instructors and going along for a taster session or two - all you should need to begin with is a pair of jogging bottoms and t-shirts. Kick boxing might be a bit better for self-defence and is excellent cardio but I know less about the progression in it. __________________ "Your friend is the man that knows all about you, and still likes you." - Elbert Hubbard Last edited by semi-pro waster; 09-09-2008 at 16:00.

09-09-2008, 17:28	#23
Will BBx woz 'ere :P Join Date: Jan 1970 Posts: 2,147,487,208	Pheebs - you don't have enough tesosterone in your body to become a mound of muscle so I wouldn't worry, even lifting heavy weights won't turn you into me! However martial arts are great form of exercise and strength development, including balance and concentration. __________________ *No No!*

09-09-2008, 18:02	#25
Pheebs Deep Throat Join Date: Jul 2006 Posts: 6,512	I'm not overly worried about defending myself and things - I tend to use my gob to get me out of any potentially sticky situations and am hoping I won't ever have to get myself into a situation where I have to kick butt It's more of a sport - something for me to do that will challenge me and be interesting at the same time I used to love volleyball (was uni cap'n I were!) but I would like something different. Hence martial arts! Though this Muay Thai sounds interesting!! There's soooo many! Tis crazy! __________________ http://www.spiffingdesigns.co.uk

09-09-2008, 18:10	#26
Pheebs Deep Throat Join Date: Jul 2006 Posts: 6,512	Just had a look at Muay Thai and it seems very boxing-esque! As much as I'd enjoy boxing my socks off it's not the... martial arty type thing I was anticipating Maybe I need to see more of it to be convinced...looks into what's in her area __________________ http://www.spiffingdesigns.co.uk

09-09-2008, 17:19	#22
ChemicalKicks Abandoned Ship Join Date: Sep 2008 Posts: 206	EG does a fair bit himself, can't remember what you call it but he seems to enjoy it a lot, be good if he popped round into this thread.